Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oregon | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $112,310 | $101,555 | +11% |
| Median hourly wage | $54.00 | $48.82 | +11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,617.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $106,007 | $82,500 | $121,000 | 132 |
The median annual salary for a Occupational Therapist in Oregon is $112,310, or about $54.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Occupational Therapists is $101,555. Oregon is +11% above the national median.
Entry-level occupational therapists in Oregon typically earn from $82,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,170 occupational therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $112,310, Oregon offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.